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Posted : Sunday, September 17, 2023 02:41 AM
DIRECTOR OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Hybrid/Remote)
At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients.
Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development.
If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.
THE OPPORTUNITY Fisher Phillips is recognized as a leading international employment and labor law firm.
We know exceptional talent is key to our success and to providing the best service to our internal and external clients.
We are currently hiring for a talented Director of Professional Development to manage the development and implementation of innovative programs to develop, mentor, engage and retain the Firm’s attorneys and other timekeepers.
This includes a blended learning environment of virtual, in-person and e-Learning.
The successful candidate will have experience in the successful implementation of a competency model for associates; the planning, design and implementation of a robust training curriculum; and possess the ability to develop strong working relationships and credibility with Firm Management, leaders and committees across the firm.
This position can be performed on a hybrid basis from any of the firm’s 38 U.
S.
offices and reports to the Chief Talent Officer (CTO).
For more information about the firm, please visit our website at www.
fisherphillips.
com.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Along with the CTO, the Associate Development and Retention Committee (ADRC), and Practice Group Chairs, lead the development and implementation of a competency-based approach to talent management, including a curriculum of training offerings that are aligned with the Firm’s performance expectations and criteria for advancement.
Partner with ADRC to develop, evaluate and improve the Firm's training, mentoring, and retention programs.
Develop and /or implement tools to measure and report on satisfaction and engagement.
Actively participate in ADRC meetings and presentations.
Support the Evaluation Committee on administration of annual performance evaluation process for Associates and Of Counsel including coordinating and participating in review meetings.
Oversee the firm’s administrative support for firm-sponsored continuing legal education (CLE) programs, which may include producing webinars, drafting CLE applications, submitting attendance reports as required by jurisdictions, issuing CLE certificates and maintaining related records.
Collaborate with internal and external presenters to develop relevant programming and materials for the development of attorneys and other timekeepers.
Provide advice and guidance to attorneys at varying levels of seniority regarding career growth and development, and potential next steps in their professional careers.
Develop training curriculum and schedule for summer associates and first year attorneys, enlisting the participation of attorneys and staff throughout the firm.
Direct activities of, and provide coaching and feedback to, professional development staff to achieve department and firm goals and initiatives.
Collaborate with Administration, Recruiting and other departments to successfully onboard new attorneys and other timekeepers.
Recommend changes to enhance process based on feedback.
Conduct check-in calls with new attorneys and exit interviews with departing attorneys and other timekeepers, and communicate relevant feedback to key stakeholders.
Provide support to CTO, RMPs and Management Committee on non-partner lawyer human resources issues as requested.
Develop and maintain annual budget for the department and monitor monthly reporting and variance analysis.
Identify and analyze trends and best practices regarding professional development, retention, engagement, and related areas within and outside of the legal industry and work to adopt and implement relevant practices at the Firm as appropriate.
Administer applicable contracts and manage relevant vendor relations.
Perform other projects and tasks as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Excellent interpersonal skills, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to delegate, manage resources, and effectively get work done through others.
Highly organized with the ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
Must possess superior judgment and discretion and be able to protect and maintain sensitive and highly confidential information.
Ability and flexibility to travel to Firm offices and events.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS An undergraduate degree required; Previous experience as an attorney in a large law firm strongly preferred.
Minimum of eight years of experience in a law Firm, including five years in professional development, is preferred.
Previous experience with attorney competency models and evaluation processes.
A minimum of two (2) years' experience in CLE support in a law firm setting.
Previous experience with law firm Learning Management Systems and other relevant learning technologies and tools.
Demonstrated success establishing, developing, and managing robust professional development initiatives in a national, multi-office environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel in order to independently produce quality communications and presentations.
WHAT WE PROVIDE Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.
We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.
No relocation costs.
Principals only; no calls please.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000.
Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, job location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development.
If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.
THE OPPORTUNITY Fisher Phillips is recognized as a leading international employment and labor law firm.
We know exceptional talent is key to our success and to providing the best service to our internal and external clients.
We are currently hiring for a talented Director of Professional Development to manage the development and implementation of innovative programs to develop, mentor, engage and retain the Firm’s attorneys and other timekeepers.
This includes a blended learning environment of virtual, in-person and e-Learning.
The successful candidate will have experience in the successful implementation of a competency model for associates; the planning, design and implementation of a robust training curriculum; and possess the ability to develop strong working relationships and credibility with Firm Management, leaders and committees across the firm.
This position can be performed on a hybrid basis from any of the firm’s 38 U.
S.
offices and reports to the Chief Talent Officer (CTO).
For more information about the firm, please visit our website at www.
fisherphillips.
com.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Along with the CTO, the Associate Development and Retention Committee (ADRC), and Practice Group Chairs, lead the development and implementation of a competency-based approach to talent management, including a curriculum of training offerings that are aligned with the Firm’s performance expectations and criteria for advancement.
Partner with ADRC to develop, evaluate and improve the Firm's training, mentoring, and retention programs.
Develop and /or implement tools to measure and report on satisfaction and engagement.
Actively participate in ADRC meetings and presentations.
Support the Evaluation Committee on administration of annual performance evaluation process for Associates and Of Counsel including coordinating and participating in review meetings.
Oversee the firm’s administrative support for firm-sponsored continuing legal education (CLE) programs, which may include producing webinars, drafting CLE applications, submitting attendance reports as required by jurisdictions, issuing CLE certificates and maintaining related records.
Collaborate with internal and external presenters to develop relevant programming and materials for the development of attorneys and other timekeepers.
Provide advice and guidance to attorneys at varying levels of seniority regarding career growth and development, and potential next steps in their professional careers.
Develop training curriculum and schedule for summer associates and first year attorneys, enlisting the participation of attorneys and staff throughout the firm.
Direct activities of, and provide coaching and feedback to, professional development staff to achieve department and firm goals and initiatives.
Collaborate with Administration, Recruiting and other departments to successfully onboard new attorneys and other timekeepers.
Recommend changes to enhance process based on feedback.
Conduct check-in calls with new attorneys and exit interviews with departing attorneys and other timekeepers, and communicate relevant feedback to key stakeholders.
Provide support to CTO, RMPs and Management Committee on non-partner lawyer human resources issues as requested.
Develop and maintain annual budget for the department and monitor monthly reporting and variance analysis.
Identify and analyze trends and best practices regarding professional development, retention, engagement, and related areas within and outside of the legal industry and work to adopt and implement relevant practices at the Firm as appropriate.
Administer applicable contracts and manage relevant vendor relations.
Perform other projects and tasks as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Excellent interpersonal skills, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to delegate, manage resources, and effectively get work done through others.
Highly organized with the ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
Must possess superior judgment and discretion and be able to protect and maintain sensitive and highly confidential information.
Ability and flexibility to travel to Firm offices and events.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS An undergraduate degree required; Previous experience as an attorney in a large law firm strongly preferred.
Minimum of eight years of experience in a law Firm, including five years in professional development, is preferred.
Previous experience with attorney competency models and evaluation processes.
A minimum of two (2) years' experience in CLE support in a law firm setting.
Previous experience with law firm Learning Management Systems and other relevant learning technologies and tools.
Demonstrated success establishing, developing, and managing robust professional development initiatives in a national, multi-office environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel in order to independently produce quality communications and presentations.
WHAT WE PROVIDE Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.
We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.
No relocation costs.
Principals only; no calls please.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000.
Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, job location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
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• Location : Remote
• Post ID: 9006232717
